In this episode of the IASP Legislative Update, Cindy Long discusses the start of the 124th Indiana General Assembly, emphasizing the focus on passing the budget and its implications for education funding.  The discussion of bills this week includes upcoming House Bill 1136, addressing public school corporation dissolution, and Senate Bill 11, proposing parental consent for minors’ social media accounts. Also highlighted is a review of the legislative process.  IASP is in heightened anticipation for the commencement of education committee meetings and an impactful session for the Indiana General Assembly.

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode of the Empowering Excellence Series, we hear from Dr. Tiffany Barrett and Aimee Lunsford as they share in this 2-part podcast on the Culture Domain.

This week’s episode features a dynamic conversation recorded at the IASP Fall Conference. Dr. Todd Bess, IASP Executive Director, sits down with Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner to discuss what’s ahead for school leaders in 2025. From the upcoming legislative session to the education transition under Governor-Elect Braun, Dr. Jenner shares insights on key priorities and potential policy changes shaping Indiana’s schools.

In addition, we bring you breaking news from the State Board of Education: the adoption of Indiana’s new diploma rule. Learn about this significant update and its implications for students, families, and educators statewide. 

Helpful links:

IDOE Press Release

Final Diploma Rule Presentation

Final Diploma Rule

As we prepare for the holiday season, Dr. Jenner offers an important reminder to rest and recharge—a message that resonates deeply with us at IASP.

Tune in for critical updates, thoughtful discussion, and inspiration as we look ahead to the new year. Don’t forget to subscribe for our next episode, dropping January 10, with fresh insights as the legislative session kicks off!

This week’s IASP Advocacy Podcast brings you an engaging replay of our Fireside Chat with Dr. Todd Bess, IASP Executive Director, and Seamus Boyce, education attorney.

Together, they: ✅ Recap key educational developments and legal developments from 2024. (Click here to see slides from Boyce's presentation at the AP and Fall Conference! The pass code is IASP24KGR) ✅ Share insights into how these changes have impacted schools and educators. ✅ Look ahead to 2025 with thoughtful predictions about upcoming legislative session.

This conversation is packed with valuable information to help you stay informed and prepared for what’s to come.

🎧 Listen Now     OR  🎥 Watch the Fireside Chat

As part of the Fireside Chat, two reports were highlighted: 📄 IDOE School Transportation in Indiana: Pilot Program Options & Recommendations 📄 IDOE Indiana School Facilities: Pilot Program Options & Recommendations

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from our newly named 2024 Indiana Principals and Assistant Principal of the year as we congratulate them on their accomplishments.

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from our Assistant Principal Liaison and Associate Principal at Chesterton HS, Mrs. Kristen Peterson, and guests Nicole Laird and Victor Torres, assistant principals at Wilbur Wright Middle School, in our “through the Assistant Principal Lens” series.

Welcome back to the IASP Advocacy Podcast! I’m Cindy Long, Assistant Executive Director here at IASP. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Todd Bess, our Executive Director, to discuss important updates from the recent State Board of Education meeting on November 12, 2024. We dive into details about the Indiana Learns grant program, designed to support families, and the upcoming Summer Learning Labs opportunities. With deadlines approaching fast for both, we’ve got the key information you need!

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Mrs. Aimee Lunsford, Chief Academic Officer at Warsaw Schools, along with Dr. Tiffany Barrett, IASP Assistant Executive Director, as they dig deeper into the Empowering Excellence Series and uncover the importance of the Cycle of Inquiry in the busy, day-to-day actions of school leaders.

In this episode of the IASP Advocacy Podcast, we dive into the results of recent state and national elections, examining what they mean for education policy and school leadership across Indiana. After unpacking the potential impacts of these outcomes, we switch focus to an equally important topic: how we, as educators and leaders, can continue to inspire and positively influence the lives of students in Indiana.

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Mr. Ken Williams and Mrs. Beth Houf, our opening and closing keynote speakers for the IASP Assistant Principals Conference on November 22nd and 23rd. Don't miss this! You can register for the conference: Click here! Click for more information on Ken Williams Click for more information on Beth Houf